Northern Mariana Islands Visa FAQs

Do you need a Visa for you trip to Northern Mariana Islands?

Answer the two questions here and we'll show you if a visa or passport is required for your trip to Northern Mariana Islands:

Northern Mariana Islands visa FAQ's

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How long does it take to obtain a Northern Mariana Islands visa?

Typically, a visa takes anywhere from 2 days to 15+ days to process in the Northern Mariana Islands Embassy/Consulate depending on the consulate that we need to send the application. The processing time for a visa is dependent on several factors and can change without notice at the consulate's discretion. Please refer to our service selection page for the most up-to-date processing times for Northern Mariana Islands visas: https://www.passportsandvisas.com/visas/northern-mariana-islands

What is the difference between a passport and a Northern Mariana Islands visa?

A passport is an official government document that certifies one's identity and citizenship.  The passport serves two purposes; to regain entry to the country of citizenship (i.e. the United States) and is a requirement by many countries to gain entry to the country you are visiting.
A Northern Mariana Islands visa is an official government document that temporarily authorizes you to be in the country.  Many countries require a visa to gain entry.  The Northern Mariana Islands visa is in the form of a stamp/sticker IN the passport and is obtained from a Northern Mariana Islands Embassy in Washington DC or consulates around the country.  We have staff spread around the country to hand carry your application for you and then overnight the passport back when it is completed.

Do I need a Northern Mariana Islands visa?

All US Citizens require a visa and a US passport to travel to Northern Mariana Islands, whether for business or tourism.  MOST foreign nationals require a visa.  We can help you to obtain a visa as well as a US passport.

What is a Northern Mariana Islands Visa?

A Northern Mariana Islands visa is a stamp or endorsement placed by officials of Northern Mariana Islands on a passport that allows the bearer to visit Northern Mariana Islands.  Visas are obtained from the Embassy or consulates of Northern Mariana Islands for your visit.  "Visit" is further defined as the reason for entry, usually business, tourist or transitory.  There are over 270 countries that offer visas and literally thousands of different types of visas available based upon country, type of visit, and length of visit.

Do you need a Visa for you trip to Northern Mariana Islands?

Answer the two questions here and we'll show you if a visa or passport is required for your trip to Northern Mariana Islands: